Paraguay faces censure for Fernando Lugo's removal

Graffiti condemning President Lugo's removal has spread in Paraguay's capital

"We're at the beginning of a period of great uncertainty," says Eduardo Arce, a Paraguayan journalist.

In less than 48 hours last week, Mr Arce and his fellow Paraguayans witnessed a swift impeachment process that removed President Fernando Lugo and installed vice-president Federico Franco as interim leader until elections due in April.

Congress voted almost unanimously to remove Mr Lugo over his handling of clashes between farmers and police that left at least 17 people dead.

Although the impeachment adhered to the country's constitution, the move has threatened to isolate the South American nation from its neighbours.